The primary objectives of the workshops are: –
· Introduce sport psychology and its position within the Sports Participation Model
· Challenge the coaches to review their coaching philosophy in relation to their performance level
· Explain the key components of sport psychology – the 4C’s of Commitment, Confidence, Concentration & Control.
· Develop the coaching skills of the coaches through the use of sport psychology within the 3 Stages of Performance – Preparation, Performance & Evaluation.
Session 1
This session will focus on the role of sport psychology in conjunction with the other elements of the Sports Participation Model i.e. Technical, Tactical & Physical Fitness.
Session 2
This session will look at the Coaching Philosophy of the coaches and how this philosophy transfers into coaching behaviours. I will challenge the coaches to review how their coaching behaviours impact on player’s performance.
Session 3
We will look at the 4C’s of sport psychology. Confidence – the importance of confidence in coaching players. Commitment – how to improve commitment in sport. Concentration – how to improve concentration to aid sports performance. Control – the importance of self-control in producing top performance.
Session 4
We will review the use sport psychology techniques to assist in the preparation for performance (dealing with anxiety), key performances issues (dealing with mistakes, game focus & confidence challenges) and evaluation (post game review).
10.30am Arrival & Registration
11am Introduction and Session 1
12.15pm Session 2
1pm Lunch
2pm Session 3
3pm Coffee Break
3.15pm Session 4
4.15pm Questions & Answers 4.45pm Finish
The session will be a combination of formal presentation and interactive sessions. Copies of the presentations will be available for all the participants.

There are likely to be 9 or 10 divisions at the 2016 European Championships. ITA will not be fielding teams in all divisions based on the current information. The final teams nominated will be decided on the balance of participation and performance.

This is week one of the selection trials for the following teams for the 2016 European Touch Championships.
Women’s Open
Men’s Open
Mixed Open
Senior Mixed
Women’s Over 27.

Trials will be conducted from 09:00 until 11:15 at Stepaside.
Players should arrive at 08:30 for a 09:00 start.

The process will be:
1 Players, coaches and managers need to complete the online Selection Trial Registration form. You can nominate two selection preferences.
There is a €10 fee which MUST be paid before you trial. This will cover the cost of ground hire and insurance.
2. The ITA will review the nominations and determine the final teams that players may trial for.
3. Selections will be done by the coach and two selectors not in that team.
4. Squad selections will be announced the week commencing Monday 8th February.

There are likely to be 9 or 10 divisions at the 2016 European Championships. ITA will not be fielding teams in all divisions based on the current information. The final teams nominated will be decided on the balance of participation and performance.

This is week two of the selection trials for the following teams for the 2016 European Touch Championships.
Men 30
Men 35
Men 40
Men 45

Trials will be conducted from 09:00 until 11:15 at Stepaside.
Players should arrive at 08:30 for a 09:00 start.

The process will be:
1 Players, coaches and managers need to complete the online Selection Trial Registration form. You can nominate two selection preferences.
There is a €10 fee which MUST be paid before you trial. This will cover the cost of ground hire and insurance.
2. The ITA will review the nominations and determine the final teams that players may trial for.
3. Selections will be done by the coach and two selectors not in that team.
4. Squad selections will be announced the week commencing Monday 8th February.

Venue:Blackrock College, DublinLocation: Rock Rd, Blackrock, Dublin, IrelandTime: 09:00 to 16:00Attendance: Strictly Invitation OnlyCost: There may be a nominal cost to cover catering on the day.FormatSaturday 5th March09:00-10:30 Advanced Game Plans (theoretical principles)
This segment will look at developing an advanced game plan at the International level. The developing of game plans requires not only a very developed understanding of the various game elements but importantly a comprehensive appreciation of the tactics and strategies of the contemporary game. The presenter will link the game plan used by an Australian team at a World Cup as an exemplar for what is required by all coaches in developing their players for representative or advanced touch.10:30-11:00 Break11:00-12:30 Attacking Drills & Strategies (practical demonstration)
This segment will explore a range of drills and training games designed to develop many contemporary game elements. Drills will focus on both individual skill prerequisites as well as team skills critical to attacking effectively against today’s structured defences. While many drills involve advanced concepts, they are broken down to a level suitable for all ages and levels of ability.12:30-13:30 Lunch
13:30-15:00 Defensive Policies & Drills (both theory and practical elements)
This segment is in two parts. Firstly the presenters will focus on the importance of individual skill through basic drills before exploring the main line defensive policies used today as well as a defensive policy for applying pressure on a change of possession. The appropriate drills to reinforce these policies will also be reviewed.15:00-16:00 Question Time
A chance for coaches to ask questions or seek clarification.Sunday 6th March
09:00-16:00 Format to be confirmed after coach’s feedback on the Saturday.
Presenters
See Peter Bell’s Profile here.
See Greg Young’s Profile here.

Venue:Blackrock College, DublinLocation: Rock Rd, Blackrock, Dublin, IrelandTime: 09:00 to 16:00Attendance: Strictly Invitation OnlyCost: There may be a nominal cost to cover catering on the day.

SaturdayEach team will have three training sessions on the day, 2 to be conducted by the coach and one by either Peter or Greg as per the schedule below.9.00-10.30 Session 1 Peter WO Greg M4010.30-11.00 Break11.00-12.30 Session 2 Peter W27 Greg M4512.30-13.30 Lunch13.30-15.00 Session 3 Peter MO Greg Snr MX15.00-16.00 Debrief/Q&A

SundayAll juniors will be involved in the initial session. Peter and Greg will assist in the second session. The third session will be conducted by Peter and Greg.9.00-10.30 Drill session for Juniors – Peter & Greg10.30-11.00 Break11.00-12.30 Peter & Greg to assist coaches12.30-13.30 Lunch13.30-15.00 Youth Touch Theory – Peter15:00-16:00 Q&A
This Coach and Player Camp is an opportunity for coaches and players to benefit from the knowledge gained from the Coaching Clinic on the 5th and 6th March. On the Saturday all Open and Senior teams will train and be coached by the visiting coaches.